Manager, Safety and Security Programs & Training

W.W. Grainger, Inc.; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) match

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing

Financial counseling

Parental leave

Job summary

The Manager, Safety & Security Programs and Training at Grainger is based at the Lake Forest, IL corporate HQ with a 3-day in-office requirement. You will develop, govern, implement, and improve enterprise Safety & Security programs across NA operations, ensuring compliance and scalable execution.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Safety & Security Governance, you will lead cross-functional initiatives, support regional teams with training and resources, and drive program effectiveness across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Business, Education, Organizational Development, or a related discipline required
• 5+ years of progressive Environmental Health & Safety, Security, Learning & Development, Program Management, or related experience in a multi-site distribution, manufacturing, retail, or industrial environment required
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing enterprise programs, policies, standards, procedures, management systems, and cross-functional initiatives preferred
• Experience developing enterprise training programs, governance processes, learning content, organizational capability initiatives, and administering Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, environmental, occupational safety, and related regulatory requirements sufficient to develop and implement Safety & Security programs and supporting resources.
• Experience developing, implementing, and continuously improving programs, procedures, management system resources, risk-assessment tools, and compliance processes in complex multi-site environments.
• Experience developing and administering learning and competency programs, Learning Management Systems, compliance reporting, contractor management platforms, or related enterprise systems.
• Experience partnering across Operations, Human Resources, Engineering, Legal, Supply Chain, Security, and other business functions to lead complex initiatives, provide technical guidance, resolve program issues, and support consistent implementation.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Upon Hire preferred
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Upon Hire preferred
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) Upon Hire preferred
• Association for Talent Development (ATD) Upon Hire preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve enterprise Safety & Security programs, procedures, management system documentation, and implementation resources within established functional strategy, standards, and compliance requirements to support consistent execution across regions.
• Lead administration and continuous improvement of the Safety & Security management system, including document control, program lifecycle processes, records retention, implementation guidance, and knowledge management resources.
• Lead development, administration, and continuous improvement of Safety & Security learning, competency, communication, and awareness programs, including training governance, curriculum, role-based learning, Learning Management System administration, compliance reporting, user support, and change-management resources.
• Develop and maintain contractor safety requirements, contractor qualification processes, compliance expectations, and contractor management platforms, including ISNetworld and Avetta, consistent with established Safety & Security standards and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain risk-assessment tools, templates, procedures, and emergency-preparedness resources that support hazard identification, risk evaluation, organizational readiness, and consistent implementation of established enterprise requirements.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through benchmarking, operational feedback, audits, and performance reviews; recommend and implement improvements; partner with the Enterprise Data & Analytics Manager to align programs, learning systems, reporting, and performance metrics; and provide technical guidance and implementation support to regional Safety & Security professionals while leading assigned enterprise initiatives and special projects.
• Coach and support regional Safety & Security professionals by providing technical guidance, training resources, subject matter expertise, and implementation support, while leading enterprise initiatives and special projects assigned by the Senior Manager, Safety & Security Governance.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Program management

Learning & development

Contractor management

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Audits

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ISNetworld

Avetta

Job description

Work Location Type: Hybrid

Req Number 334644

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $103,600.00 – $172,600.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 15% or $, based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Details

The Manager, Safety & Security Programs and Training is responsible for developing, governing, implementing, and continuously improving enterprise Safety & Security programs, standards, policies, training, and management system elements across Grainger's North American operations. This role ensures enterprise programs remain compliant, scalable, operationally effective, and consistently implemented across all regions.

Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Corporate Safety & Security, the role serves as a key member of the Enterprise Center of Excellence, partnering closely with regional leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to develop enterprise programs, strengthen organizational capability, and promote consistent operational execution.

You will be located at our corporate HQ in Lake Forest, IL 3 days per week in office.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

You Will

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve enterprise Safety & Security programs, procedures, management system documentation, and implementation resources within established functional strategy, standards, and compliance requirements to support consistent execution across regions.
• Lead administration and continuous improvement of the Safety & Security management system, including document control, program lifecycle processes, records retention, implementation guidance, and knowledge management resources.
• Lead development, administration, and continuous improvement of Safety & Security learning, competency, communication, and awareness programs, including training governance, curriculum, role-based learning, Learning Management System administration, compliance reporting, user support, and change-management resources.
• Develop and maintain contractor safety requirements, contractor qualification processes, compliance expectations, and contractor management platforms, including ISNetworld and Avetta, consistent with established Safety & Security standards and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain risk-assessment tools, templates, procedures, and emergency-preparedness resources that support hazard identification, risk evaluation, organizational readiness, and consistent implementation of established enterprise requirements.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through benchmarking, operational feedback, audits, and performance reviews; recommend and implement improvements; partner with the Enterprise Data & Analytics Manager to align programs, learning systems, reporting, and performance metrics; and provide technical guidance and implementation support to regional Safety & Security professionals while leading assigned enterprise initiatives and special projects.
• Coach and support regional Safety & Security professionals by providing technical guidance, training
  resources, subject matter expertise, and implementation support, while leading enterprise initiatives and
  special projects assigned by the Senior Manager, Safety & Security Governance.

You Have

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Business, Education, Organizational Development, or a related discipline required
• 5+ years of progressive Environmental Health & Safety, Security, Learning & Development, Program Management, or related experience in a multi-site distribution, manufacturing, retail, or industrial environment required
• None Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing enterprise programs, policies, standards, procedures, management systems, and cross-functional initiatives preferred
• None Experience developing enterprise training programs, governance processes, learning content, organizational capability initiatives, and administering Learning Management Systems (LMS). preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, environmental, occupational safety, and related regulatory requirements sufficient to develop and implement Safety & Security programs and supporting resources.
• Experience developing, implementing, and continuously improving programs, procedures, management system resources, risk-assessment tools, and compliance processes in complex multi-site environments.
• Experience developing and administering learning and competency programs, Learning Management Systems, compliance reporting, contractor management platforms, or related enterprise systems.
• Experience partnering across Operations, Human Resources, Engineering, Legal, Supply Chain, Security, and other business functions to lead complex initiatives, provide technical guidance, resolve program issues, and support consistent implementation.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Upon Hire preferred
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Upon Hire preferred
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) Upon Hire preferred
• Association for Talent Development (ATD) Upon Hire preferred

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.